Experienced Transmission Line Designer

$71,000 - $81,000/Yr

Sargent & Lundy - Santa Ana, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Santa Ana, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Experienced Transmission Line Designer position at Sargent & Lundy offers an opportunity to utilize and expand design skills in a collaborative environment. The role involves working with a multi-disciplined team to develop transmission and distribution line drawings and designs, applying computer-aided drafting skills, and receiving hands-on training in 3D design software such as AutoCAD 3D and MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Develop transmission line plans and profile drawings.
• Create transmission/distribution line hardware details and material lists.
• Prepare grounding details and master sketches to scale.
• Confer with engineering staff to interpret input from various sources.
• Assist project team members on walkdowns at client facilities to gather design information.
• Interface with vendors and construction contractors to explain drawings and make design adjustments.

Requirements

• An Associate degree in drafting or a high school diploma with 2 or more years of drafting coursework or equivalent technical experience.
• 2+ years of experience in design/drafting of Transmission Lines.
• Experience using Microstation, PLS-CADD, and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles for producing technical plans and drawings.
• Ability to visualize parts in 3D without computer aid.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Attention to detail.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience using Microstation, PLS-CADD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and/or GIS software.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology.
• Experience in Civil 3D and/or GIS software.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Insurance - Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• Business Travel Insurance
• Savings Investment Plan (401k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• First Professional Licensure Monetary Award
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental Benefits
• Back-Up Care for Children & Adults
• Merit Scholarship Program